English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
verb

decelerate

Decelerate (verb) means to reduce the velocity of something.

verb
1
To reduce the velocity of something.
2
To reduce the rate of advancement of something, such as a disease.
3
To go slower.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “decelerate” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Etymology

Late 19th c., from de- + (ac)celerate. Compare deaccelerate.

Rhymes for decelerate

See all rhymes for decelerate →

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of decelerate?

"decelerate" (verb) means to reduce the velocity of something.

What are the different meanings of decelerate?

"decelerate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To reduce the velocity of something; 2. To reduce the rate of advancement of something, such as a disease; 3. To go slower.

Definitions from wiktionary, CC BY-SA · etymology from Wiktionary